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Chimps & forests · Uganda

5 Days Primates & Savannah

Chimpanzees in Kibale, then tree climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth.

Duration
5 days, 4 nights
Start & end
Entebbe
Best time
Jun – Aug and Dec – Feb
Trip style
Private, with guide
Activity level
Moderate

Overview

Kibale Forest has the highest density of chimpanzees in Africa, and Queen Elizabeth National Park is famous for its tree climbing lions. This safari joins the two, with a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel in between.

  • Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest
  • Look for tree climbing lions in Ishasha
  • Boat trip on the Kazinga Channel
  • Private 4x4 with a pop up roof

Your route

  1. Entebbe
  2. Kibale Forest
  3. Queen Elizabeth
  4. Entebbe

About 6 hours of driving on the longest day, with stops.

Day by day

Drive west past tea plantations and crater lakes to Kibale Forest.

Meals: Lunch and DinnerOvernight: Kibale Chimp Lodge

What's included

Included

  • Chimpanzee tracking permit
  • Park entry fees and boat trip
  • Private 4x4 vehicle with pop up roof
  • English speaking driver guide
  • Accommodation as chosen, 4 nights
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Good to know

Chimp tracking

Walks last two to four hours on forest paths. The chimps are not guaranteed but the odds are good.

Best time

The drier months are easier underfoot, but the forest is lovely all year.

What to bring

Long trousers, boots, a light rain jacket and binoculars.

Ready to meet the chimpanzees?

Tell us your dates. We check availability and reply within one working day. No payment needed to ask.

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Tailor made

Add gorillas to your primates trip?

Two extra days in Bwindi, and we will arrange the permit.

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